EST 1975
We begin a year-long celebration of bold cinematic events and vision for the future. FACETS has historically drawn in luminaries like Werner Herzog, Roger Ebert, Greg Nava, William Friedkin and Susan Sontag. Our hope is to build our ``Temple of Great Cinema`` by creating a sanctuary for great films and brave conversations.
50th Highlights
New Institutional Name
Great films always spark exciting conversations. FACETS Film Forum reflects our desire to create a place where film lovers can connect and gain deeper perspectives through film.
Engaging Programming
From ``Chicago on Screen`` to ``5 Films, 5 Decades, 5 Critics,`` we’re introducing two expertly curated series, in addition to our regular series, celebrating film’s power to inspire and connect.
Inviting Spaces
Re-imagining our building to be a more inviting gathering place for the brave film lovers, makers, creators, and storytellers of tomorrow.
Expanded Leadership
Rich Moskal, former Director of the Chicago Film Office, joins Tamara Bohórquez as our Board Co-Chair to guide us into this exciting new chapter.
$1 Million Anniversary Fund
FACETS began in 1975 as a bold experiment, and today, we proudly serve nearly 20,000 film lovers annually. With your support, we can continue building this “temple of great cinema” for decades to come.
Join us in celebrating 50 years of FACETS by donating today!
Cinema
Help us continue to showcase cutting-edge films from top festivals, deep cuts from the cult-classics catalog, genrebenders, & underground gems.
Children & Youth
Help expand programs like our acclaimed Film Camps for ages 5-17, our long-standing Field Trips with Chicagoland schools, and scholarships for students.
Vital Conversations
Help create spaces for meaningful dialogue about the impact of film on our lives, our culture, and the vital conversations of our times.
Tell Us Your Stories
Did FACETS impact you? Audience members, former staff, interns, or filmmakers—share your FACETS story today.